In 2026 the Robinson Center moved from a stand-alone structure to a more integrated model with Student Academic Services. This operational alignment acknowledges a changing national landscape in early college entrance and reflects a commitment to innovation through strong professionals, clearer structures and intentional collaboration. Learn more about the organziational structure.
Student Academic Services (SAS)
Student Academic Services (SAS) supports all students on their path into and through the university while also advocating for students who need more connection and support. Using collaboration and best practices, we challenge students to shape a meaningful UW experience. We believe the University should be a place of discovery and insight and that learning thrives in community. Please be in touch with your ideas and questions.
SAS Leadership Team
Evey two weeks the SAS Directors (Executive/Assistant/Associate) meet to form the SAS Leadership Team. If you have a proposed topic of discussion, please reach out to any leadership team member.
Robinson Center for Young Scholars (RC)
Through specialized early entrance programs, the Robinson Center has been a leader in preparing highly capable young students for college success at the University of Washington for more than forty years. With expanding programs to meet the changing needs of young students, Summer Enrichment classes were developed more than a decade ago, followed shortly by Saturday classes, to diversify enrichment opportunities for students in Kindergarten through 10th grade. By providing challenging, accelerated learning opportunities in a vibrant, intellectual community, the Robinson Center is a site for research and discovery.
Robinson Center Leadership Team
Evey week the Robinson Center Directors (Executive/Assistant/Associate) meet to form the RC Leadership Team. If you have a proposed topic of discussion, please reach out to any leadership team member.
Academic Support Programs (ASP) creates transformative educational experiences to help students thrive academically at the University of Washington. Committed to a diverse and inclusive university, we develop varied models of peer-to-peer support to help all students succeed. These models include a multidisciplinary study center (The Center for Learning and Undergraduate Enrichment, or CLUE), Academic Success Coaching, and intentional collaboration with campus partners.
Mary Gates Hall, suite 141 & 161
206-685-5347
aspuw@uw.edu
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New Student & Transfer Programs (NSTP) fosters a successful undergraduate student experience through strategic programming that focuses on meaningful academic transitions and the development of learning communities. Through partnerships with faculty, staff, alumni, and student leaders, our programs create the space for students to define how they will engage, learn, and thrive at the University of Washington.
Programs include The New Huskies Checklist, Advising & Orientation, Dawg Daze, First-year Interest Group (FIG) program, New Husky Networks, and the Commuter & Transfer Commons (CTC).
Mary Gates Hall, suite 120
206-543-4905
nstp@uw.edu
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Undergraduate Academic Affairs Advising provides advising services to all undergraduate pre-majors. Advisers help undergraduates understand the UW’s academic system, explore interests, examine possible majors, and discover campus resources.
Mary Gates Hall, suite 141
206-543-2550
advice@uw.edu
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The Communications & Engagement team supports all units in Student Academic Services (SAS) with communication initiatives. The team does the following:
We look forward to connecting with you.
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Mary Gates Hall, suite 120 &141
206-543-4905
sasengage@uw.edu
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We offer a rich variety of math, science, literature, philosophy, and writing classes. Classes are small in size and taught by experienced teachers who are specialists in their fields. Both programs are characterized by high-level thinking, intellectual adventure, and pursuit of understanding.
Guggenheim Annex
206-616-0785
rcsummer@uw.edu
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The Saturday Program offers extracurricular enrichment opportunities for students currently in grades K-8. Our classes, while not intended to move students ahead in the standard curriculum, are designed for intellectually curious students, focusing on exploring topics beyond the standard curriculum in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Guggenheim Annex
206-616-0785
rcenrich@uw.edu
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The Transition School (TS) is a distinctive one-year college preparatory program at the University of Washington. Designed for students who engage with learning at an advanced level, TS provides a pathway for early entry into the University as fully matriculated undergraduates through the Early Entrance Program. Students apply during their 8th grade year and participate in the Transition School during what would otherwise be their 9th grade year.
Guggenheim Annex
206-543-7524
rcts@uw.edu
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The UW Academy, created in 2001 in partnership with the University of Washington Honors Program, is an early university admission opportunity for 10th grade students in Washington State. Every year, a small cohort of up to forty academically advanced and highly motivated students are admitted to the UW Academy. Students apply to the program during their 10th grade year, and if accepted, withdraw from high school at the end of 10th grade to enroll as freshmen at the University of Washington. At the Robinson Center, UW Academy students find a community of like-minded peers and an experienced staff who can help them to make the most of their time at the UW.
Guggenheim Annex
206-616-0561
uwacad@uw.edu
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